Population
Florida has a population of 22,000,000 as of 2026, making it the #3 most populous state in the United States.
Florida Rankings
Where Florida places in every state-level dataset StatsPanda tracks. Each row opens the full ranking.
Florida Population Clock
These statistics show the estimated changes to Florida's population based on birth rates, death rates, and migration patterns from US Census Bureau data.
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| Florida Population (as of 7/14/2026) | 22,000,000 |
| Births per day | 600 |
| Deaths per day | 500 |
| Net migrations per day | 400 |
| Net population change per day | +500 |
| Population change since Jan 1st | — |
Demographics
The racial composition of Florida includes 63.82% White, 15.51% Black or African American, 2.82% Asian, 4.83% other race, and smaller percentages for Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
Population by Race
Why is Hispanic separate? Following U.S. Census methodology, Hispanic or Latino origin is an ethnicity, not a race — people of Hispanic origin may be of any race. “All” shows the racial breakdown; the Hispanic and Non-Hispanic views show ethnicity, so the two groupings overlap rather than adding up to 100%.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| White | 14,040,658 | 63.82% |
| Black or African American | 3,412,396 | 15.51% |
| Two or more races | 2,789,812 | 12.68% |
| Other race | 1,063,220 | 4.83% |
| Asian | 620,295 | 2.82% |
| Native American | 60,197 | 0.27% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 13,423 | 0.06% |
Florida Marital Status
Population by Age and Gender
Median Age
Geography
Florida has seen steady population growth in recent years. According to the latest census data from 2020, Florida had a population of 21,538,187 people, representing a 14.6% increase over the 2010 census figure of 18,801,310 residents. This growth rate is significantly higher than the national average and makes Florida the third most populous state in the U.S. Key drivers of this growth likely include Florida's warm climate, lack of state income tax, and popularity as a retirement destination. With no signs of slowing down, Florida's population totals are expected to continue rising over the next decade.
Economics and Income Statistics
Florida's average per capita income is $38,850. Household income levels show a median of $67,917. The poverty rate stands at 12.87%.
Families: A family includes the owner or renter of the home along with everyone related to them - whether through birth, marriage, or adoption. This includes relatives like spouses, children, parents, siblings, grandparents, and any other family members.
Households: A household includes all the people who occupy a housing unit (such as a house or apartment) as their usual place of residence.
Non Families: A nonfamily household is either someone living alone or when the owner/renter lives with people they aren't related to, like roommates.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $81,514 | $104,338 |
| Families | $81,514 | $107,598 |
| Households | $67,917 | — |
| Non Families | $42,675 | $60,599 |
Income & Poverty
Largest Cities in Florida
The largest city in Florida is Jacksonville with a population of 911,507.
| Rank | City | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jacksonville | 911,507 |
| 2 | Miami | 467,963 |
| 3 | Tampa | 399,700 |
| 4 | Orlando | 287,442 |
| 5 | St. Petersburg | 265,351 |
| 6 | Hialeah | 233,339 |
| 7 | Tallahassee | 196,169 |
| 8 | Port St. Lucie | 201,846 |
| 9 | Cape Coral | 194,495 |
| 10 | Fort Lauderdale | 182,437 |
Population by County
Florida's population shows distinct regional patterns, with the most populous counties concentrated in metropolitan areas. The most dramatic growth is occurring in suburban areas, while rural and some urban areas show more mixed trends.
Counties in Florida →Population by County
Population Growth by County
Population Density by County
Research Papers Related to Florida
Sources
Most recent state estimates from the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program.
Detailed demographic and economic data for Florida.
Quick access to state-level statistics and comparisons.
Data Methodology
Population totals are sourced from the latest available US Census Bureau data. Totals for the current year are projected using each state's USCB data and previous year population growth rate. Growth rates are calculated based on births, deaths, and net migration estimates.